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Spanish Bayonet
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Mystery & ThrillerHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025440675
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 280
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Spanish Bayonet is a vivid historical novel that transports readers to the lush and dangerous landscape of pre-Revolutionary Florida. Set in the mid-18th century, the story follows young Andrew Gentian as he journeys from New York to a vast indigo plantation in the British colony of East Florida. What begins as a commercial venture quickly evolves into a harrowing exploration of greed, power, and human endurance.
Stephen Vincent Benét masterfully recreates the atmosphere of the New Smyrna settlement, where Mediterranean indentured servants struggle for survival under an oppressive regime. As Andrew becomes increasingly entangled in the lives of the laborers and the political intrigues of the colonial elite, he must confront the brutal realities of the New World and the moral costs of his own family's ambitions. The narrative combines elements of adventure and romance with a profound sensitivity to the historical setting. Through rich, atmospheric prose, Spanish Bayonet offers a compelling look at a unique chapter in American history, highlighting the complexities of freedom and the clash of cultures on the edge of a burgeoning nation. It stands as a significant work of historical fiction, showcasing the storytelling prowess of one of the twentieth century's most celebrated literary voices.
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